<p class="" data-start="200" data-end="417">If you want to import or manufacture cosmetic products in India, you need approval from the <strong data-start="292" data-end="347">Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO). This ensures that the products are safe and follow Indian standards.

<h3 class="" data-start="419" data-end="436">Who Needs It?</h3>
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<p class="" data-start="439" data-end="471">Importers of cosmetic products

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<p class="" data-start="474" data-end="496">Indian manufacturers

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<p class="" data-start="499" data-end="538">Brand owners selling cosmetics in India

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<h3 class="" data-start="540" data-end="567">Step-by-Step Procedure:</h3>
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<p class="" data-start="572" data-end="633"><strong data-start="572" data-end="631">Appoint an Authorized Indian Agent (if foreign company)

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<p class="" data-start="637" data-end="750"><strong data-start="637" data-end="658">Prepare Documents like Form COS-1, Free Sale Certificate, ingredient list, product labels, and test reports

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<p class="" data-start="754" data-end="794"><strong data-start="754" data-end="792">Apply through CDSCO&rsquo;s SUGAM Portal

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<p class="" data-start="798" data-end="852"><strong data-start="798" data-end="810">Pay Fees &ndash; $250 per brand and $1,000 per variant

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<p class="" data-start="856" data-end="934"><strong data-start="856" data-end="883">CDSCO Review & Approval &ndash; Receive registration certificate in Form COS-2

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<h3 class="" data-start="936" data-end="949">Validity:</h3>
<p class="" data-start="950" data-end="1026">The registration is valid for <strong data-start="980" data-end="991">3 years and must be renewed before expiry.

<h3 class="" data-start="1028" data-end="1043">Final Note:</h3>


<p class="" data-start="1044" data-end="1222">CDSCO registration is mandatory for cosmetic products sold in India. It builds trust and ensures safety for consumers. Non-compliance may lead to legal penalties or product bans.

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